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1) Ben Franklin
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Series
Language
English
Description
Benjamin Franklin was the most famous American of his time. He was famous for being a businessman, an inventor, and a politician. He wrote newspapers, he started a library, and he started a fire department. He liked to read and write poetry. He was a husband and a father. And he loved his country. In this newest title in the Great American series you can learn all about Benjamin Franklin-so read on!
Series
Publisher
Schlessinger Media
Pub. Date
[2005]
Language
English
Description
"Beginning in 1861, the Civil War divided the country, pitting "brother against brother" in a conflict that threatened to permanently destroy the union. If not for the dedication and firm resolve of Abraham Lincoln during this difficult time, the United States may have ceased to exist. In Abraham Lincoln, kids will examine the life of this country boy from Kentucky who rose to become President of the United States, and who guided his country through...
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Language
English
Description
Although more than 200 years have passed since the death of the first U.S. president, the name George Washington still invokes deep patriotism and pride in the country he helped found. A leader on the battlefield as well as the halls of politics, Washington was a crucial figure during the American Revolution who helped define the American presidency, as we know it. Readers trace the life of the man known as the Father of the His Country, from his...
7) Patsy Mink
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Series
Language
English
Description
How did Patsy Mink become a member of Congress? Readers will learn all about this great Asian American politician and the significant events in her life in this low-leveled biography.
9) Yo-Yo Ma
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
How did Yo-Yo Ma become a world-renowned cellist? Readers will learn all about this musician and the significant events in his life in this low-leveled biography.
10) Tammy Duckworth
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
How did Tammy Duckworth become a Senator? Readers will learn all about this great Asian American politician and the significant events in her life in this low-leveled biography.
11) Ellison Onizuka
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
How did Ellison Onizuka become an astronaut? Readers will learn all about how this famous Asian American went from Air Force pilot to NASA astronaut in this low-leveled biography.
12) Michelle Kwan
Author
Series
Publisher
Capstone
Pub. Date
2018
Language
English
Description
How did Michelle Kwan become an award-winning figure skater? Readers will learn all about this great Asian American athlete and the significant events in her life in this low-leveled biography.
13) Ellen Ochoa
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Language
English
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Description
"Describes the life and work of astronaut Ellen Ochoa." --
14) Hector P. Garcia
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Language
English
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Description
Engaging text, authentic photographs, and a timeline illustrate the life of civil rights leaders Hector P. Garcia.
16) Cesar Chavez
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Language
English
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Description
Engaging text, authentic photographs, and a timeline illustrate the life of labor leader and organizer Cesar Chavez.
18) Sonia Sotomayor
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Language
English
Description
Engaging text, authentic photographs, and a timeline illustrate the life of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor.
19) Sonia Sotomayor
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Language
English
Description
Engaging text, authentic photographs, and a timeline illustrate the life of U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor.
20) Chief Joseph
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Series
Publisher
Weekly Reader Early Learning Library
Pub. Date
2008.
Language
English
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